Pakistan Officially secured their place in the Super 8 stage of t20 world cup 2026 By playing a ruthless innings of 102 runs. namibia On February 18, 2026. The win was their most impressive performance in the tournament, coming at a time when their campaign was at its peak after a heavy defeat. India.
The “Men in Green” displayed absolute clinical precision at the Sinhala Sports Club, and outclassed the African nation in every department to claim the last remaining spot in the next round. led by a record-breaking century from Sahebzada FarhanPakistan posted a strong score of 199/3, before their bowling unit bowled out the opposition for just 97 runs. The emphatic nature of the victory not only eliminated usa Not only ended the controversy, but also restored a broader sense of confidence within the Pakistani camp.
Sahibzada Farhan’s historic century for Pakistan and Shadab Khan’s aggressive innings in the last over filled Colombo with enthusiasm.
Sinhalese Sports Club witnessed a masterclass in T20 batting as Farhan became only the second Pakistan in history to score. t20 world cup centuryFinished with a brilliant, unbeaten 100* off 58 balls. After Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first, Farhan paced the innings with a blend of surgical precision and calculated aggression, reaching his milestone in the final over of the innings.
A cautious start was seen after the defeat in the initial phase. Saim AyyubBut Farhan got a capable ally in the form of captain salman ali agaWho contributed rapid fire 38 to stabilize the ship. when there was a slight stutter Khwaja Nafe Was out for 5 runs, but this paved the way for a disastrous 81-run partnership between Farhan and. Shadab Khan. Shadab was equally devastating, scoring 36 runs in just 22 balls*, including three sky-scraping sixes that completely changed the momentum in the last five overs.
Farhan was particularly brutal against the Namibian fast bowlers, conceding 22 runs in a single over. willem myberg and performing the full range of sweeps, pulls and drives. His century, with 11 fours and 4 sixes, was the foundation of Pakistan’s huge score, leaving the Namibian bowlers looking completely caught by surprise as they conceded 65 runs in the death overs. When the innings ended on 199, the body language of the African side showed that chasing the target was beyond their reach.
Usman Tariq and Shadab Khan deliver a bowling masterclass to seal Super 8 berth for Pakistan
Defending the 200-run target, Pakistan’s bowlers produced their most disciplined performance of the 2026 campaign, bowling out Namibia for just 97 runs in 17.3 overs. The chase began with a brief flicker of intention Lauren SteenkampBut the strategic decision to keep the Pakistani pace attack on the bench gave it strength. Shaheen Afridiquickly established control salman mirzaThe initial success of.
However, the real architect of the fall was the mysterious Spinner. Osman TariqWhose unorthodox action and misleading ‘long pause’ completely disorganized the Namibian middle order. Tariq finished with sensational career-best figures of 4/16, consistently taking the edge or hitting the stumps as batsmen struggled to read his release point. It was refreshing to support him Shadab KhanWho maintained his batting heroics and took 3/19, which included the prized wicket of the Namibian captain gerhard erasmusWho was caught attempting a late cut.
The pressure was relentless; Pakistan’s fielders were equally quick, causing a crucial run-out early in the powerplay, leaving Namibia slipping to 40/2 and never recovered. As the required rate exceeded 15 runs per over, Tail stood no chance against the spin pair, with Tariq finally bowling Tail into the whirlwind. The 102-run win not only confirmed Pakistan’s qualification, but also ensured that they finished with the highest net run rate in Group A, making them a strong threat for further Super 8 matches.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
Pakistan’s comprehensive 102-run win against Namibia took them to the last spot in the Super 8 stages. #T20WorldCup. After a disappointing performance against India, he made a strong comeback today. Now waiting for England, Sri Lanka and New Zealand…
– Atif Nawaz (@AatifNawaz) 18 February 2026
Sahibzada Farhan, 100!!
– Ihtishamm ul Haq (@iihtishamm) 18 February 2026
After a bad game against India. Shadab has made a really good comeback. But please we need similar performances against top teams #PAKvNAM #PakistanCricket
– Haroon (@hazharoon) 18 February 2026
If Usman Tariq and of course Sahibzada Farhan are used properly, they can take Pakistan to at least the semi-finals. #PakvsName #ICCMensT20WorldCup
– Nauman Liaqat (@naumank845) 18 February 2026
Pakistan has qualified for Super 8
australia couldn’t
Systems matter because they improve the average but individuals matter more
– Shahzad Younis شہзاد یونس (@shehzadyounis) 18 February 2026
Congratulations, Pakistan won by 102 runs and qualified for Super 8. Sahibzada Farhan played a brilliant unbeaten inning and scored his first T20I and T20 World Cup century. Usman Tariq surprised everyone with his brilliant 4 wicket mystery bowling.#PAKvNAM #T20WorldCup
– 🐧 (@wordsbyher_) 18 February 2026
Now the real test of Pakistan will begin.
They will face home teams Sri Lanka, New Zealand and England in the Super 8. It’s time for the senior players to perform well! pic.twitter.com/hqIMTSdyE8
– Junaz (@dhilllow_) 18 February 2026
Ramiz Raja is absolutely right, Sam is a walking wicket. Pakistan needs to promote Babar to the top order along with Farhan Aga. Otherwise we will struggle in the Super 8.
Sam has played 65 T20s with poor average and SR. #T20WorldCup– Faisal Ranjha (@ranjh001) 18 February 2026
Pakistan’s Super 8 group includes England, New Zealand and Sri Lanka.
– Haider Abbasi (@HaiderKAbbasi) 18 February 2026
🔥🏏 Pakistan seal Super 8 berth in style! 🏏🔥
Namibia lost by 102 runs
Clinical all round performance👑
Scorecard: https://t.co/PxzcboIS2N#T20WorldCup2026 #Cricket #Pakistan #super8 #Namibia #PAKvNAM #PAKvsNAM pic.twitter.com/J1GrHfYw4U
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) 18 February 2026
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